Entry-Level Aerospace Coatings Lab Technician - 3rd Shift

PPG Industries, Inc; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Disability/Leave benefits

Job summary

PPG Industries, Inc. is hiring an Entry Level Coatings Lab Technician for our Mojave, CA manufacturing facility. The role focuses on analytical testing of raw materials, coatings, and sealants, ensuring equipment calibration, and maintaining safe lab operations.

You will work on 3rd shift (9:00pm - 5:30am) reporting to the Quality Lab Supervisor, with opportunities to learn through SOPs and ASTM procedures. A strong foundation in lab work and a commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Related technical certifications with coatings and sealants preferred.
• Previous experience working in an aerospace laboratory environment preferred.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mathematical equations.
• Conduct Analytical testing on Raw Materials, Coatings, and Sealants.
• Ensure all Lab equipment is working and calibrated.
• Help achieve team goals by communicating ideas, suggestions, and assistance.
• Be or become familiar with SOPs and ASTMs on everyday chemicals and testing procedures.
• Participate in safety protocols and 5S programs and help to maintain the laboratory equipment and inventories.
• Keep a clean work environment, to include routine upkeep activities to support the entire lab.
• Inspect, test, and perform evaluations on products.
• Identify issues that need to be addressed and to take the necessary steps to avoid future errors.
• Proficiency in using ERP System (QAD preferred) and standard office software applications.

Skills

Lab experience

Analytical testing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP (QAD preferred)

Office software

Job description

PPG Industries, Inc. is hiring an Entry Level Coatings Lab Technician for our Mojave, CA manufacturing facility. The role focuses on analytical testing of raw materials, coatings, and sealants, ensuring equipment calibration, and maintaining safe lab operations.

You will work on 3rd shift (9:00pm - 5:30am) reporting to the Quality Lab Supervisor, with opportunities to learn through SOPs and ASTM procedures. A strong foundation in lab work and a commitment to quality are essential.